Sui Suwako
Overview
Sui Suwako is an exclusive boutique ryokan of just eight rooms on the shores of Lake Suwa in Nagano Prefecture, where every guest room features a private open-air bath with panoramic lake views.
Key facts
- Price
- Premium
- Our tier, on a scale from Budget to Luxury
- Check-in / check-out
- From 15:00, by 11:00
Checked on the inn’s official site, . How we check
Best time: Autumn: Spectacular autumn foliage reflected in the lake. Spring: Cherry blossoms around Lake Suwa.
Before you book
- With only 8 rooms, availability is extremely limited, so book as early as possible
- Specify sake preferences at the time of booking
Baths & dining
Onsen & baths
- Spring type
- Sulfate spring (hypotonic, weakly alkaline)
- Water temperature
- 40-42°C
Private baths
- In-room open-air bath (all 8 rooms)
- Rooftop mixed-gender observatory bath (bathing clothes required)
Indoor baths
- Indoor communal bath
Outdoor baths
- Rooftop mixed-gender open-air observatory bath with lake panorama
- Bathing clothes are required for the mixed-gender rooftop observatory bath
Dining
Private dining room (one dedicated room per guest room)
Irori (sunken hearth) tea room for arrival snacks and sake tasting
- Breakfast
- 7:30 AM - 9:30 AM
- Dinner
- 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM (served in private dining room)
Specialty dishes
- Premium kaiseki dinner with seasonal Shinshu ingredients
- Dishes prepared with local Suwa-area sake, miso, and soy sauce
- Oyaki (Nagano's traditional stuffed dumplings) served at arrival
- Shinshu soba and mountain vegetable preparations
Dietary: Allergies and dietary restrictions accommodated with advance notice; Vegetarian modifications available; Light meal plan option available for guests preferring moderate portions. Notify at time of reservation for dietary accommodations
Photos
Rooms
| Room | Size | View |
|---|---|---|
| Wide Type Room | 75 sqm | Panoramic Lake Suwa view |
| Standard Type Room | 45 sqm | Lake Suwa view |
Worth knowing
- Private open-air onsen bath in every room
- Dedicated private dining room
- Kashiwa Woodworks designer furniture
- Complimentary station shuttle
- Welcome Oyaki dumplings and sake tasting
Getting there
- Nearest station
- Kami-Suwa Station (JR Chuo Main Line)
- From the station
- 5 minutes by shuttle bus, 10 minutes on foot
- Parking
- Available
Questions
What types of room does Sui Suwako have?
Sui Suwako lists 2 room types: Wide Type Room and Standard Type Room.
Does Sui Suwako have private onsen?
Yes. In-room open-air bath (all 8 rooms). Rooftop mixed-gender observatory bath (bathing clothes required).
Does Sui Suwako have public baths?
Yes, Sui Suwako has shared baths for guests.
How do I get to Sui Suwako?
The nearest station is Kami-Suwa Station (JR Chuo Main Line). 5 minutes by shuttle bus, 10 minutes on foot.
What time are check-in and check-out at Sui Suwako?
Check-in is from 15:00. Check-out is by 11:00.
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